(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Staff Sergeant Francis J. Daddario (ASN: 32010749), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with an Infantry Company of the 13th Infantry Regiment, 8th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces in Germany, on 25 February 1945. Staff Sergeant Daddario’s extraordinary heroism, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 8th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.